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Vietnamese Chicken Salad

Fresh Vietnamese Chicken Salad for a Quick, Healthy Meal

This Vietnamese Chicken Salad is a quick and healthy recipe packed with vibrant flavors and textures, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups shredded napa cabbage substitute any crunchy leafy green if necessary
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken leftover rotisserie chicken is a fantastic time-saver
  • 1 cup shredded carrots consider adding bell peppers for extra crunch
  • ½ cup thinly sliced red onion green onions can replace it for a milder taste
  • ½ cup fresh mint fresh basil can be used for a different twist
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro swap with parsley or omit if cilantro isn't your favorite
  • ½ cup chopped roasted peanuts for a paleo-friendly option, use cashews instead
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice lemon juice can substitute in a pinch
  • 2 tablespoons water helps achieve the perfect dressing consistency
  • 1 tablespoon honey use maple syrup for a vegan-friendly alternative
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce substitute soy sauce for a vegetarian-friendly option
  • 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce feel free to adjust according to your taste or swap for sriracha

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of shredded napa cabbage, 2 cups of cooked shredded chicken, 1 cup of shredded carrots, and ½ cup of thinly sliced red onion. Add ½ cup of fresh mint, ¼ cup of fresh cilantro, and ½ cup of chopped roasted peanuts for that delightful crunch. Ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed for the perfect balance of flavors in your Vietnamese Chicken Salad.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons of water, 1 tablespoon of honey, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, and 1 tablespoon of chili garlic sauce until the mixture is smooth and well combined. The dressing should have a harmonious blend of tangy, sweet, and spicy flavors that elevate your salad's taste.
  3. Just before serving, pour the dressing over the salad mixture in the large bowl. Toss everything together gently but thoroughly, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  4. For the best taste and texture, serve the salad immediately. However, if you're meal prepping, you can store the salad mix in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days in the fridge, keeping the dressing separate until you're ready to dig in.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor; wilted veggies will dull the crispness of your Vietnamese Chicken Salad.

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